We're fans of knowing where the things in your life came from, and where they're going when you're done with them. This is especially true when it comes to food. We're into the idea of having a connection with the people who grow our produce, brine our olives, cure our meats, brew our beers and even harvest our bananas. But even by our now somewhat jaded standards, the CSARebecca Blood just joined is pretty damn cool.

Thanks to this article, our Spring 2008 Shearing shares have sold out. Thank you, Alex. I've gotten so many emails from people who wanted to participate that we have decided to release the Fall 2008 Shearing Shares a little early. You'll find them here: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=8815662